I thought I was going to be Dr. Ellyn
Now I’m Ellyn, the BURNOUT COACH!
Let’s get one thing clear:
burnout isn’t inevitable—and success doesn’t have to cost you your sanity.
Hi, I’m Ellyn! I went from chasing a Ph.D. in the lab to becoming the go-to burnout coach for solopreneurs and leaders who want to thrive without grinding themselves into the ground.
Why? Because I’ve been exactly where you are.
I was hustling hard—chasing validation, hitting big goals, and convincing myself that more work would eventually lead to fulfillment. Instead, it led to sleepless nights, a career that didn’t light me up, and a major burnout crash that made me question everything.
Sound familiar?
Burnout Isn’t the Price of Ambition. It’s a Wake-Up Call.
Burnout doesn’t mean you’re broken—it means you’re operating beyond your capacity. And no amount of hustle, delegation, or “just working harder” will fix it. I had to learn that the hard way.
When I left my Ph.D. program, it was terrifying—but it gave me the clarity I needed to rebuild my life on my terms. I traded lab experiments for life experiments, researched burnout relentlessly, and figured out how to create sustainable success.
But here’s the kicker: burnout hit me again when I started my business. Why? Because systems and strategies alone aren’t enough—what you need is a framework that protects your energy, expands your capacity, and lets you thrive unapologetically.
This Is Why I Do What I Do.
Today, I help high-achievers like you take proactive, preventative action to stop burnout in its tracks before it derails your life. Together, we’ll rewrite the rules of success—building a business and life that fuel you, not drain you.
The truth? Strategy and tools mean nothing if you don’t have the capacity to use them.
Burnout taught me that it’s not about slowing down—it’s about creating systems that let your ambition work for you, not against you. I finally:
Built the capacity to execute without the overwhelm.
Created systems that amplify my drive while protecting my energy.
Broke free from burnout and unlocked my full potential.
MY MISSION: HELPING HIGH-ACHIEVING BADASSES LIKE YOU REDEFINE SUCCESS…
I arm high-achievers with the tools, mindset, and freedom to work on their own damn terms—no apologies, no burnout, just badass results. Together, we’re kicking off a movement where success means doing what you love, loving how you do it, and telling burnout to f*ck right off. Sorry, grandma!
Ambition and well-being aren’t opposites—they’re essentials. Your drive shouldn’t drain you; it should fuel you. We’ll build a legacy that reflects your passion and values, where burnout has no place and you own every step of your journey.
If you’re craving simple, evidence-based strategies to build a business that doesn’t need an army to maintain, and if you want to make your mark without losing your spark, you’re in the right place.
Let’s create a life and business you love—together.
xoxo,
Ellyn
What is a Sunday CEO?
This journey taught me something huge: you don’t have to choose between big goals and balance. A Sunday CEO is a high-achieving, purpose-driven leader who owns their ambition without letting it own them. They’re here to build meaningful work that fuels them—not drains them.
Sunday CEOs are done with hustle culture that’s all grind and no gain. For them, work isn’t about suffering for success—it’s an extension of their passion and values, woven seamlessly into their life.
They’ve replaced burnout with boundaries, outdated routines with systems that actually work, and exhaustion with real enjoyment. A Sunday CEO thrives with grit, confidence, and a “hell yes” attitude—showing up fully for their goals and the life they’re building.
This is the life I’m here to help you create.
Now, let’s Do Something FUN…
Ellyn’s Quiz Results…
1. IF YOU COULD EAT ONE FOOD FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE, WHAT WOULD IT BE?
Poke - or French Fries
2. WHAT’S YOUR MOTTO?
"Choose Happy". For my grandpa.
3. MOST LIKELY TO BINGE WATCH…
Game of Thrones re-runs
4. FAVORITE DRINK?
coffee or Pinot Noir!
5. THE BEST TITLE I HAVE IS:
a. Coach
b. Speaker
c. Scientist
d. Laziest Productive Person
e. Other:
Aunt Ellyn
6. SOMETHING YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT ME…
I write songs & love to sing
7. MY GO-TO OUTFIT IS:
a. Anything with heels
b. Jeans and a comfy shirt
c. Yoga pants and a tank
d. My wardrobe is from Target
tied!
8. SOMEDAY I WANT TO…
Write a book + do a TedTalk
9. MOUNTAINS or BEACH
both!
10. MY PARTY TRICK IS…
I can rap “Lose Yourself”
This or That
Where I stand on the super important stuff...
Agree / disagree?
Coffee OR Tea
Early Bird OR Night Owl
Top Sheet OR No Top Sheet
Fruity Candy OR Chocolate
Pumpkin Pie OR Apple Pie
Rom-Coms OR Action Movies
Words that Inspire the HELL Out of Me…
“I am the Master of my Fate; I am the Caption of my Soul”
-William Ernest Henley, “Invictus”
featured with…
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